Saffron is a flavoring and a food colorant which have different health benefits. Saffron reduces blood fat and cholesterol levels. Saffron is a sedative, an appetizer, and an antispasmodic. It prevents cardiovascular diseases and cancer, enhances memory, and reduces blood pressure. The saffron plant is used to treat asthma, skin diseases, eye diseases, urinary tract infections, and jaundice, bring forward menstruation, relieve bloating, and treat stomachache and anemia.
Health Benefits of Saffron
| Saffron (Crocus sativus), Nutritional Facts per 100 g.
(Source: USDA National Nutrient data base) |
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| Principle | Nutrient Value | Percentage of RDA |
| Energy | 310 Kcal | 15.5% |
| Carbohydrates | 65.37 g | 50% |
| Protein | 11.43 g | 21% |
| Total Fat | 5.85 g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 10% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Folates | 93 µg | 23% |
| Niacin | 1.46 mg | 9% |
| Pyridoxine | 1.010 mg | 77% |
| Riboflavin | 0.267 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 530 IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8 mg | 135% |
| Electrolytes | ||
| Sodium | 148 mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 1724 mg | 37% |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 111 mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.328 mg | 37% |
| Iron | 11.10 mg | 139% |
| Magnesium | 264 mg | 66% |
| Manganese | 28.408 mg | 1235% |
| Phosphorus | 252 mg | 36% |
| Selenium | 5.6 µg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.09 mg | 10% |
